US Cracks Down on Illegal Immigration: 500+ Arrests and Hundreds Deported via Military Aircraft

“White House: 538 Illegal Migrants Arrested, Hundreds Deported via Military Aircraft”

US Authorities Crack Down on Illegal Migrants Following New Administration

With Donald Trump now in power, the US authorities have initiated a stringent crackdown on illegal migrants, signaling a tough stance on immigration enforcement. This major operation targets individuals who risked perilous journeys in pursuit of the American dream, only to face swift deportation measures under the new administration.

In a massive effort conducted just three days after the administration was sworn in, hundreds of illegal migrants were arrested and deported. White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt revealed that a total of 538 illegal migrants were taken into custody, and hundreds were deported using military aircraft.

The operation underscores the administration’s commitment to addressing illegal immigration promptly and efficiently, reflecting its broader policy stance on securing the nation’s borders and upholding immigration laws.

Trump Administration Launches Largest Deportation Operation in US History

The Trump Administration has taken decisive action against illegal immigration, arresting 538 illegal immigrant criminals, including a suspected terrorist, four members of the Tren de Aragua gang, and several individuals convicted of sex crimes against minors.

In an online post on Thursday, White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt stated, “The Trump Administration also deported hundreds of illegal immigrant criminals via military aircraft. The largest massive deportation operation in history is well underway. Promises made. Promises kept.”

The White House also shared a “small preview” of the administration’s efforts to secure the nation’s borders. The statement highlighted the names of some individuals arrested by US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and detailed the crimes they committed, including rape, sexual conduct against a child, and continuous sexual abuse of a child aged 14 or younger.

This operation marks a significant step in the administration’s commitment to upholding law and order and ensuring the safety of American citizens.

🚨 DAILY IMMIGRATION ENFORCEMENT REPORTING FROM ICE 🚨

538 Total Arrests
373 Detainers Lodged

Examples of the criminals arrested below 🔽🔽🔽

— The White House (@WhiteHouse) January 24, 2025

US Arrests Over 500 Illegal Immigrants, Deports Hundreds Using Military Aircraft

Washington, United States:
With President Donald Trump now in office, authorities have intensified their crackdown on illegal immigration, targeting individuals who embarked on dangerous journeys in pursuit of the American dream. In a massive operation conducted just three days after the new administration’s inauguration, 538 illegal migrants were arrested, and hundreds were deported using military aircraft.

White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt announced the figures, stating, “The Trump Administration arrested 538 illegal immigrant criminals, including a suspected terrorist, four members of the Tren de Aragua gang, and several illegals convicted of sex crimes against minors. The largest deportation operation in history is well underway. Promises made. Promises kept.”

The White House also shared a preview of the administration’s border security efforts, listing crimes committed by those arrested, including rape, sexual conduct against a child, and continuous sexual abuse of a minor aged 14 or younger.

🚨 DAILY IMMIGRATION ENFORCEMENT REPORTING FROM ICE 🚨

• 538 Total Arrests
• 373 Detainers Lodged
• Examples of the criminals arrested shared by the White House (@WhiteHouse) on January 24, 2025.

Following the inaugural ceremony on January 20, President Trump signed an executive order titled “Protecting the American People Against Invasion.” The order highlights that, over the past four years, millions of illegal immigrants entered the US, either crossing borders or arriving via commercial flights, in violation of federal laws.

The administration emphasized that many of these individuals pose significant threats to national security and public safety, having committed heinous crimes against innocent Americans.

On January 23, Congress approved the GOP-led Laken Riley Act, which facilitates the detention and deportation of undocumented migrants who enter the country without authorization and are charged with specific crimes.

This series of swift actions reflects the administration’s commitment to border security and the enforcement of immigration laws, fulfilling campaign promises to protect the nation’s borders.

Courtesy: Eyewitness News ABC7NY

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